Harold's older sister, Flora Ann Rosberg, told many tales of the exploits and childhood adventures of the Rosberg children as they were growing up in Chicago in the 1920s. In those days, children were expected to look after themselves and play outside for hours and hours. They had many carefree adventures and creative fun, and also many frightening incidents and close shaves. One tale in particular involved Harold...
Category: Veterans
Ancestor Spotlight: Abner Gates “Jim” Hathaway
Grandpa's original handle - the one his parents gave him - was the name Abner Gates Hathaway, a name steeped in significance and heavy with history. As Grandpa told it, being honored with such a distinguished name came at some cost socially, and the mantle didn't always rest easily upon his youthful shoulders...